elections

Every state has some form of restriction on political activities near polling places when voting is taking place. These restrictions usually include limiting the display of signs, handing out campaign literature or soliciting votes within a pre-determined distance of a polling place. Beyond the polling places, however, electioneering also restricts certain activities municipal officials may carry out in order to persuade people to vote in an election.

Every state has some form of restriction on political activities near polling places when voting is taking place. These restrictions usually include limiting the display of signs, handing out campaign literature or soliciting votes within a pre-determined distance of a polling place. Beyond the polling places, however, electioneering also restricts certain activities municipal officials may carry out in order to persuade people to vote in an election.

Administering an election under pandemic conditions requires taking steps to keep voting accessible, safe, and secure. A number of election practices have had to change this year to make sure voters didn’t need to choose between their health and their right to vote. Fortunately, the September 8th primary election gave New Hampshire election officials a good “trial run,” which will help in preparations for the general election on November 3rd.  

The coronavirus pandemic is amplifying existing barriers to voting and election participation, impacting engagement in the election process.  This special 2-hour webinar addresses the range of challenges and issues faced by local election officials to protect the right to vote. 

Join Assistant New Hampshire Attorney General Nicholas Chong Yen and NHMA’s Legal Services Counsel Stephen Buckley who will discuss and review the Attorney General’s Polling Place Checklist.